Reform, as we know, is not a one-off event. It is a continuous process that offers new opportunities at every turn. In this episode of Elections and State of the Nation Podcast, we sit with Programme Management Specialist and Governance Expert, Sunday Alao, for a deep dive into ‘Voter Apathy and Its Implication for Nigeria’s Youthful Population’.
During the conversation, Sunday describes voter apathy as the reluctance of citizens to participate in elections. He notes that a closer look at Nigeria’s electoral cycles since 1999 reveals a steady decline in citizen participation, raising important questions about trust, governance, and the future of our democracy. He also shares insights on youth participation in Ghana where he recently worked on a programme focused on strengthening political parties.
Watch the full video here.